Hello thrifting lovers everywhere! I am in a good mood this morning as I finally finished filing my taxes! Woo Hoo! I am glad I am organized and I kept good records of everything!
But enough about that, as I have a little treasure trove to share with you. First, as usual, my favorite find of the week; a tiny enamel bowl that I believe to be Emalox, but the sticker is gone, so I am not sure. Any knowledgeable readers out there that can help me?
Tired of not finding much at the thrifts, I went and picked through a local antique store. It is such a trill to find something special that has been priced low. This beautiful Dansk Flamestone Teapot was sitting amidst a group of floral teapots and shabby chic napkins. The poor thing was so out of place! I rescued it and it will be up in the store soon.
On Thursday I went to a local estate sale that did not promise much, yet I found this beautiful De Simone Plate. Giovanni De Simone was a prolific Sicilian artist that studied with Picasso. (Interesting post by Mid2Mod about the artist and the misconception of his relationship with Picasso). His work is whimsical and colorful. I love finding Italian ceramics.
At another estate in the same neighborhood I found this simple and earthy lidded container by SDW (stoneware designs west) a Southern Cal pottery. I really like the handle on the lid, it sure makes a statement.
A nice Takahashi tray with a mod flower design came from the same estate. This one has a bit of surface wear, so I might just keep it.
Last but not least, something that is not aqua nor brown. It is a find from last week that I did not share with you. A very interesting Laurids Lonborg kinetic ball sculpture that I have listed on Ebay. I just wasn't sure how much to sell this one for because my attribution was based on how it looks without a sticker to confirm it. Ebay is a helpful place for this kind of object. I already have one bid on it. Happy!
I am in a very good mood! Happy Sunday to you all. Come and share with us at Her Library Adventures and Apron Thrift Girl
Great stuff! I don't know how to confirm the Emalox but it sure looks like all of the emalox pieces I've seen. I'm glad you rescued the flamestone, it must've looked like the rooster in the hen house, hehe.
ReplyDeleteI am inclined to say that it is Emalox as well. I am so excited to see that you will open your store on Etsy! Looking forward to your sales.
DeleteWonderful finds this week! I love the kinetic sculpture...and the form on the Dansk teapot is really wonderful! So envious your done with the taxes. My record keeping wasn't quite up to par, so the rest of my day is going to be spent loving receipts for my tax appt tomorrow :-( Have a lovely Sunday!
ReplyDeleteCheers ~ Lara
Lara, I "think" I am done with them, I did them myself and I am a little worried... I am going to call the IRS with some questions before filing. Good luck with yours.
DeleteIt's so nice to still be able to find a hidden treasure (at a good price) in an antique store. Here's to knowledge!
ReplyDeleteI know! I wonder how many more treasures I ignore because I am still learning!
DeleteGreat finds - now that I've seen your Lonborg sculpture, I definitely won't ever miss picking it up! The bowl sure does look like Emalox - is there any sticker residue on bottom? If residue is diamond shaped, it's likely Emalox, though not 100% - Luola had an enamel item with a diamond shape sticker that was from a different company..
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info on the Emalox, I think I will attribute it as one. I hope you find your own Lonborg :)
DeleteI love the Picasso-influenced plate. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteHoly moly! That ball scultpure is amazing! Also, we just sold a little bowl that looked just like yours. It had a diamond shaped sticker, so we attributed it to Emalox:
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Thanks for the help with the Emalox, I think our bowls were cousins at some time. Measurements agree.
DeleteFantastic finds! I love the Dansk teapot and the de Simone plate. I just did an update post on de Simone the other day, after his widow left a comment on my blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dana for teaching me something I did not know. Great info as usual.
Deletelove that enamel bowl! great finds!
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DeleteJust found you from ATG...your shop is visually beautiful. You California shoppers find the neatest things, sometimes I long to find some modern, Danish pieces but they are far and few here in Maine.
ReplyDeleteNew follower, will be back for eye candy and inspiration. I NEED to get a blog going and an on-line store and start selling some of my old treasures so maybe, I can buy some of those Danish pieces.
Hi Suzie and welcome. Thank you for your kind words, and yes, you should start your store and blog! It is a lot of fun!
DeleteI am diggin that De Simone plate :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Megan
DeleteFantastic finds, as usual! I love the aqua and brown theme. Ditto to all the other comments on the enamel bowl...definitely looks like Emalox to me. Love the teapot as well!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather
DeleteSeriously, you find the most amazing stuff! Do you use a white box when taking your shots? They always look so clean!
ReplyDeleteWendy, thank you. I use a piece of white paper as a background, natural light from a window, indirect morning light. Photoshop to adjust the white balance. That's all.
DeleteI was watching your LAURIDS LONBORG kinetic ball sculpture and had a notice it was ending... just looked again - I am speechless! Congratulations!
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